Emotional Testimony in Harvey Weinstein's Retrial as Accuser Claims Rape
Miriam Haley breaks down in court, affirming she was raped by Harvey Weinstein as her testimony is challenged in his sexual assault retrial.
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Haley alleges that Weinstein assaulted her after inviting her to his apartment to, as she put it, “just stop by and say hi.”
Weinstein accuser breaks down in tears as she’s questioned about alleged sexual assault
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Weinstein has denied all allegations, and his lawyers argued the sexual encounters with the accusers were all "transactional" and "consensual."
Harvey Weinstein accuser Miriam Haley storms out of court after cursing at mogul's lawyer on stand
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Haley, who has also gone by the name Mimi Haleyi, is the first of three women who have accused Weinstein, 73, of sexually assaulting them and are expected to testify at the retrial.
Weinstein accuser breaks down while recounting experiences in rape retrial
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Weinstein accuser breaks down in tears as she's questioned about alleged sexual assault
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Summary
Miriam Haley, a key accuser in Harvey Weinstein's retrial, testified emotionally about her alleged rape, stressing to jurors, "He was the one who raped me." Haley's cross-examination by Weinstein's lawyer reignited previous allegations, leading to a tearful exchange where she affirmed her experience of assault. Weinstein denies the allegations, asserting that encounters were consensual. The trial follows an overturned conviction from 2020, with additional testimonies expected from other accusers, including Jessica Mann and Kaja Sokola. The courtroom drama has spotlighted the complexities surrounding consent within the film industry.
Perspectives
Miriam Haley broke down during cross-examination, asserting that Harvey Weinstein was the one who raped her, while the defense questioned her actions and choices leading up to the alleged assault.
Haley's emotional testimony highlighted her perspective that Weinstein used his power to manipulate and assault vulnerable women, complicating the discussions around consent and coercion in Hollywood.
Weinstein denies the allegations, and his defense argues that the encounters were consensual, raising questions about the nature of relationships and power dynamics in the entertainment industry.